Chaurai - Ghansaur, Seoni
Chaurai is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Pondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaurai is 496212. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.03 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Chaurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaurai
According to the 2011 Census, Chaurai village had a total population of 680 people, including 327 males and 353 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.88%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 52.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 539.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 327 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 255 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 212 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 115 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Chaurai
Chaurai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chaurai
Chaurai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chaurai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Chaurai is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Chaurai is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaurai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaurai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaurai
Where is Chaurai located?
Chaurai village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaurai is Pondi.
What is the pincode of Chaurai?
The pincode of Chaurai is 480997.
What is the population of Chaurai?
Chaurai had a total population of 680, including 327 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Chaurai?
Chaurai had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaurai was 62.88%. Male literacy was 73.87% and female literacy was 52.73%.